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Pat Riley Says The Lakers’ Championship Has An Asterisk

Miami Heat Team President Pat Riley says there will always be an asterisk next to the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2020 NBA Championship.

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“They beat us fair and squarely,” Riley said to Fox Sports this week. “They were the best team. But there’s always going to be that asterisk, that caveat. If we had Bam and Goran—Goran was our leading scorer in the playoffs—at 100 percent, it could have gone to a seventh game. But I’m not going to look back on it, I’m just going to look at all the positive things.”

Both All-Star center Bam Adebayo and veteran point guard Goran Dragic, two key starters for the Heat, were injured in the first game of the NBA Finals. The Lakers won the series 4-2.

“Yes, I would like to see what it would be like with everybody whole,” he explained. “But we’ll get that shot again. I’m just so proud of what our guys did… The Lakers were great; they were a great team and they have the greatest player in the game today in LeBron [James] and Anthony Davis.”

Riley also recently discussed the team’s offseason plans including free agency. He says the Heat will focus on resigning their current free agency as opposed to luring in a new star.

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Cardi B’s Baby Bombshell & Offset Split, Fans React to Double Dose of Drama!

Cardi B has announced she’s expecting her third child, taking to Instagram to share the joyous update. This exciting revelation comes on the heels of pregnancy speculation and a notable baby bump sighting. The news also follows Cardi’s recent filing for divorce from her husband of seven years, Offset.

Earlier this week, Offset was seen at a casino with his ex Pretty Redz, sparking rumors of infidelity, which he denies. However, a source tells Page Six that the split is due to the couple’s growing apart rather than any alleged cheating. Cardi is reportedly seeking primary custody of their children.

Social media is buzzing with reactions to Cardi’s news. While many fans are showering her with love and support, others are speculating about the impact on her upcoming album and wondering about the baby’s due date. Despite the changes in her personal life, Cardi remains upbeat, expressing gratitude and excitement for this new chapter. “With every ending comes a new beginning!” she shared, reflecting on her journey.

What’s your take on Cardi B’s pregnancy announcement and her split from Offset? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to Honk Magazine for the latest updates and fan reactions!

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Jennifer Lopez Clashes With Paparazzi in Fiery Hamptons Showdown, “Get Away from Me and the Kids!”

Jennifer Lopez was caught in a dramatic showdown with paparazzi during a recent Hamptons getaway with her children. The star’s frustration was palpable as she demanded photographers leave her and her kids alone, shouting, “Get away from me and the kids! Go away!”

The intense moment was shared by The Neighborhood Talk on Instagram, where Lopez’s fans quickly rallied to her defense. One commenter noted, “Y’all clearly hear her say ‘get away from me and the kids’… she’s just protecting her children.” Another added, “The internet’s been so harsh on her lately. Give her a break. This new generation is just weird.”

The incident followed a heartwarming Instagram post by Lopez featuring a sweet photo of her and her twins, Max and Emme, captioned, “My whole heart.” While Lopez was enjoying the East Coast, her husband, Ben Affleck, remained in Los Angeles. Meanwhile, Affleck’s daughter, Violet, recently visited Lopez on the East Coast.

In related news, Lopez has canceled her This Is Me… Live tour, which was set to include 30 summer shows. The cancellation, rumored to be due to sluggish ticket sales, was framed by Lopez as a need to focus on family. She assured fans, “I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time.”

Stay tuned for more updates on Jennifer Lopez right here at Honk Magazine!